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Dr. Thomas J Lester MD, Hematologist (Blood Specialist)
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Dr. Thomas J Lester MD

Hematologist (Blood Specialist) | Hematology

111 Bedford Rd Mount Kisco Medical Katonah NY, 10536
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Dr. Thomas Lester is a hematology internist practicing in Katonah, NY. Dr. Lester specializes in cases of suspected blood disorders when a diagnosis is unclear and further medical care is needed. Hematology internists work with other specialists such as surgeons, radiation therapists and gynecologists in order to get a better understanding on the cases. Often, patients are asked to participate in clinical research that could result in more efficient treatment methods.

Education and Training

Umdnj-Robt W Johnson Med Sch- New Brunswick Nj 1979

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Medical Oncology- 1987

Provider Details

MaleEnglish

Expert Publications

Data provided by the National Library of Medicine

Awards

  • Best Doctor Award   
  • Westchester Magazine 2013  
  • Best Doctors Award   
  • New York Magazine 2013  
  • Castle Connolly Top Doctor 2013  
  • Awarded Top Doctor   

Professional Memberships

  • Member Chief Medical Officer of Mount Kisco Medical Group 
  • Member Chief of Medical Oncology at Northern Westchester Hospital 

Fellowships

  • Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, NY - Hematology   
  • Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY - Oncology   
  • Medical Oncology, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center    1986
  • Hematology, Mt. Sinai Hospital    1984

Dr. Thomas J Lester MD's Practice location

Practice At 111 Bedford Rd Mount Kisco Medical Group Pc

111 Bedford Rd Mount Kisco Medical -
Katonah, NY 10536
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New patients: 914-232-3135
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400 E MAIN ST -
MOUNT KISCO, NY 10549
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New patients: 914-232-3135
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